Author Topic: Screw loosening (Read 540 times)

mt3030 · « **on:** July 28, 2005, 05:33:55 PM »

Some advice please. Bought this Euopean single action, cal 45 Colt. There is no mfg markings, just a 4 digit serial number, cal markings. (Unless I do not know where to look!) My problem is that the screw just under the barrel that holds the cylinder pin in place keeps working loose. Is there supposed to be a lock washer or other way to keep it tight? I don't care for the idea of just putting the pliers to it. By the way, does anyone know what brand or mfg this is?
Thank you..Wally

Dave in WV · « **Reply #1 on:** July 28, 2005, 06:29:49 PM »

If I remember correctly that is a problem the old Colts had too. Try a little nail polish on the screw. It will break free when you need it to.

mt3030 · « **Reply #2 on:** July 29, 2005, 05:56:14 AM »

Dave,
Thank you. Will go the nail polish route.
Wally

gunnut69 · « **Reply #3 on:** July 29, 2005, 07:15:14 AM »

LockTite brand thread locker will also work. Be certain to use the removeable variety, it is blue in color.. This seems to have a 'thunderer' type grip frame on a single action colt clone.. likely EAA but there were several importers.. The quality of these weapons is all over the place, even within the same manufacturer. If the gun shoots well, then the test will be how long it lasts.. Poor metallurgy and heat treat on some of the clones cuts deeply into their longevity.. I have dealt with the problem you have with the screw loosening by installing a rubber slug in the screw. Done at the outside end of the threads it precludes or at least lessens the tendencies to loosen.. The problem is very likley the reason the spring loaded retainer was developed. This frame style is commonly called a 'black powder' frame.

MT4XFore · « **Reply #4 on:** July 29, 2005, 09:25:30 AM »

I always thought you had a screw loose Wally!

Jim

mt3030 · « **Reply #5 on:** July 29, 2005, 05:54:29 PM »

Gunnut69,
Thanks for another idea. I understand about the quality of some imported firearms. While this one locks up and shoots well now, I'll watch for locking and timing issues. While I love my Single Actions, arthritis has forced me to go to these rounded grips or Bisleys whenever possible. My crooked fingers just can't reach on regular grips. But it keeps me shooting.

Jim,
I have no screws loose. I always act like this while waiting for antelope season to get here. Let's go kill something!!

Wally

gunnut69 · « **Reply #6 on:** July 30, 2005, 08:57:44 PM »

I surely understand the arthritis! I've had to severely curtail the heavy handgun shooting and even working on guns causes pain. Whatever keeps you shooting! Some of the clones are just fine, some not.. If it shoots good just enjoy..

mt3030 · « **Reply #7 on:** July 31, 2005, 11:19:55 AM »

Found the mfg stamp, real small printing on top of barrel: Cimarron, mfg by Uberti.

Wally